Yet another...What would it be worth question....(duck and cover)
I will
TRY keep this one brief, since I tend to be a bit long winded.
Is there a market, and what would the value be?:
1970-1976 A body (preferred 1970-1972)
Old car made new....
- magnum engine swap, with auto overdrive transmission, retain fuel injection. Engine would be stock, but detailed to the hilt, retaining PS and A/C, powdercoated bracketry, etc.
- clean true dual exhaust, good flow, reasonable sound levels
- 4 wheel disc brakes, off the shelf parts, basic suspension rebuild with poly bushings, sway bars, etc
- refurbished interior with Autometer gauges in stock cluster, sound deadener, new carpet, supportive front bucket seats, etc.
- Exterior would be excellent condition with quality fresh paint, cleaned up trim, etc. Engine compartment would be painted, detailed, and look awesome.
- wheels undecided, either stock ralleye type configuration, steelies with dog dish hubcaps, Torque thrusts, or 17" max for modern look.
Basically, a "restored" A body, that is driver or better quality, that someone could drive on a daily basis, instead of resigning themselves to a Kia, Hyundai etc. Hit the key and go, disc brakes, modern drivetrain in Vintage body.
I know the market is crappy right now. I am directing this more as a daily driver versus hot rod, toy. People have to get to work, and this is targeted towards someone who needs a vehicle with EFI, Auto OD trans, disc brakes to get to work, but would rather drive a vintage mopar, then Toyota Corolla, etc.
Would you drive a car like this daily? What would it be worth as a turn-key car?